Richmond Downtown Walking Tour
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You will receive a compelling story of the origins of Richmond from small tobacco town to Capitol of the Commonwealth on a leisurely 100 minute stroll. Learn about Richmond's role in the Civil War, as well as its major prominence in the Civil Rights movement. Each guest will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the city and what to see and do next in RVA.
Departure Point
- We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets
- We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Jackson WardSecond Street, Richmond, VirginiaWe begin in historic Jackson Ward known as The Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street of the SOuthDuration: 10 minutesStop At: The John Marshall House818 E Marshall St, , Richmond, VirginiaStop by and hear about the life and contributions of Richmond native John Marshall in the history of the city and country. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Valentine1015 E Clay St, , Richmond, VirginiaVisit beautiful Court End, learn about the Wickham and Davis houses, Richmond's pivotal role in the Burr treason trial and Beef Juice!Duration: 15 minutesStop At: White House Of The Confederacy1201 E Clay St, , Richmond, VirginiaLearn about how Richmond became the capitol of the CSA, the Davis years as President, The Great Evacuation Fire, and Lincoln's visit to Richmond just one day after surrender.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Egyptian Building1223 East Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298Visit the original Medical College of Virginia, hear tales of custodial skullduggery, and how Richmond was a major medical center in the Civil WarDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Monumental Church1224 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219Visit the only church designed by Jefferson's apprentice, hear the horrors of the Richmond Theater Fire, and how Edgar Allen Poe became a true RichmonderDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Executive MansionCapitol Square, Richmond, VA 23219See the second oldest governor's mansion in the US and learn about the monuments Capitol Square. Visit the Civil Rights Memorial and hear the story behind Brown v. The Board of EdDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Capitol Building1000 Bank St, , Richmond, VirginiaHear the story behind Richmond becoming the third capitol of the Commonwealth, how Jefferson's plans for the new building went awry, and the tragedy that befell it in 1870.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Women's Monument : Voices From The Garden1000 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219See the newest addition to Capitol Square. learn about the first European women in the colony, the contributions of 12 prominent women, the arrival of the first Africans and the history of slavery in the city.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: St. Paul's Episcopal Church815 E Grace St, , Richmond, VirginiaVisit the Church of the Confederacy and its Tiffany splendor and end your tourDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Washington MonumentRichmond, VA 23219See and hear the story behind the proposed mausoleum for the first president and six key figures in the founding of the nation.Duration: 10 minutesAdditional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Headsets that promote safe distancing
You will receive a compelling story of the origins of Richmond from small tobacco town to Capitol of the Commonwealth on a leisurely 100 minute stroll. Learn about Richmond's role in the Civil War, as well as its major prominence in the Civil Rights movement. Each guest will leave with a comprehensive understanding of the city and what to see and do next in RVA.
Departure Point
- We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets
- We meet at the turn-in on N 3rd Street between Marshall and Clay Streets
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Jackson WardSecond Street, Richmond, VirginiaWe begin in historic Jackson Ward known as The Harlem of the South and the Black Wall Street of the SOuthDuration: 10 minutesStop At: The John Marshall House818 E Marshall St, , Richmond, VirginiaStop by and hear about the life and contributions of Richmond native John Marshall in the history of the city and country. Duration: 10 minutesStop At: The Valentine1015 E Clay St, , Richmond, VirginiaVisit beautiful Court End, learn about the Wickham and Davis houses, Richmond's pivotal role in the Burr treason trial and Beef Juice!Duration: 15 minutesStop At: White House Of The Confederacy1201 E Clay St, , Richmond, VirginiaLearn about how Richmond became the capitol of the CSA, the Davis years as President, The Great Evacuation Fire, and Lincoln's visit to Richmond just one day after surrender.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Egyptian Building1223 East Marshall Street, Richmond, VA 23298Visit the original Medical College of Virginia, hear tales of custodial skullduggery, and how Richmond was a major medical center in the Civil WarDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Monumental Church1224 East Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219Visit the only church designed by Jefferson's apprentice, hear the horrors of the Richmond Theater Fire, and how Edgar Allen Poe became a true RichmonderDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Executive MansionCapitol Square, Richmond, VA 23219See the second oldest governor's mansion in the US and learn about the monuments Capitol Square. Visit the Civil Rights Memorial and hear the story behind Brown v. The Board of EdDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Capitol Building1000 Bank St, , Richmond, VirginiaHear the story behind Richmond becoming the third capitol of the Commonwealth, how Jefferson's plans for the new building went awry, and the tragedy that befell it in 1870.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Women's Monument : Voices From The Garden1000 Bank Street, Richmond, VA 23219See the newest addition to Capitol Square. learn about the first European women in the colony, the contributions of 12 prominent women, the arrival of the first Africans and the history of slavery in the city.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: St. Paul's Episcopal Church815 E Grace St, , Richmond, VirginiaVisit the Church of the Confederacy and its Tiffany splendor and end your tourDuration: 10 minutesStop At: Virginia Washington MonumentRichmond, VA 23219See and hear the story behind the proposed mausoleum for the first president and six key figures in the founding of the nation.Duration: 10 minutesAdditional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Headsets that promote safe distancing
Need To Know Info
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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